Egypt’s cocoa-based food exports rose sharply in 2025, with Arab markets accounting for most shipments and Saudi Arabia remaining the leading destination.
Egypt ranked 14th globally among sugar exporters in 2025, with Lebanon, Sudan and Somalia accounting for most of the country’s overseas shipments.
The decision follows prolonged export restrictions as local sugar factories struggle with rising inventories, cheaper imports and high domestic production costs.
The two countries are also exploring Türkiye’s potential role as a hub for Egyptian poultry exports.
Potatoes led Egypt’s vegetable exports at 17,000 tonnes, followed by onions at 11,000 tonnes and various beans at 5,000 tonnes.